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Lindsey Vonn Makes Heartbreaking Admission About Post-Olympics Injury Recovery

Lindsey Vonn Makes Heartbreaking Admission About Post-Olympics Injury Recovery

Summary

Lindsey Vonn, a famous Alpine skier, was seriously injured during the 2026 Winter Olympics after crashing early in her downhill race. She has undergone multiple surgeries and faces a slow recovery, still struggling with walking and a broken ankle five months later.

Key Facts

  • Lindsey Vonn crashed 13 seconds into her downhill final at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.
  • She had already torn her ACL days earlier and suffered a broken ankle, a complex tibia fracture, and compartment syndrome in the crash.
  • Vonn had four surgeries in Italy and another surgery after returning to Colorado.
  • Doctors once feared her leg might have to be amputated.
  • Five months later, walking remains difficult and she has only recently been able to do some gym exercise.
  • She spent about three and a half months unable to walk without help.
  • Vonn’s father says she will not compete in ski races again, though Vonn has not confirmed her retirement.
  • Vonn presented an award at the ESPYs while showing progress in her recovery.
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